Introduction
Founded in 2020, Arfet Global College (a British Council Certified Agent, ICEF Trained Agent Counselor, accredited member of Quality International Study Abroad Network (QISAN), and Professional Partner of Pearson (PTE), Test of English ) is an online independent school and skill development center that uses its online format as an advantage, creating a global student body able to take challenging classes and gain new skills through skill development courses to be advantageous and demanding in the labor market provided with dedicated instructors according to their unique schedules.
Arfet Global College offers students academically rigorous online Classes for Year 7 – Year 12, prepare students for international exams and pathway programs leading to second or third year university admissions, train students on demanding skill development courses needed in the labor market committed to Arfet Global College ideals of academic excellence.
Mission Statement
AGC inspires students from around the world to explore advanced topics in inclusive learning communities to be able to meet labor market demands
Online Classes / Programs
Arfet Global College online programs is designed to help students grow and excel academically and personally, while maintaining a flexible schedule.
This approach also enables students to adapt their schedules to accommodate outside interests and passions. Additionally, they can begin their studies at any time of the year through our rolling enrollment.
Curriculum
Our diverse college curriculum (Nigeria, American, Canada, Australian, British) allows students to meet academic requirements for graduation and prepares them for challenges in college and career life withing and outside their home country.
Online course offerings are supported by a caring faculty that works closely with each student to ensure a full understanding of course material
Full-time Online Classes (Mondays – Fridays)
Year / Grades 7–12, A – LEVELS, IGCSE / GCSE, WAEC, UTME.
After School / Weekends Online Classes
Year / Grade 7- 12, A – Levels, IGCSE, IELTS, TOEFL, DUOLINGO, CAE, PTE, WAEC, NECO, UTME, IJMB, GMAT, SAT, ACT, ACCA, GRE, ICAN, LSAT, MCAT.
Pathway Programs
6 months online UK Diploma (Transfer of credits to accredited partner universities in the Uk into level 4 / 5/ 6) Bachelors Program.
18 months online Diploma and advance diploma from (Western Sydney Technical College, Australia) to Torrens University Australia, level 2 /3 Bachelors Program
Flexible Enrollment
Students can enroll full-time, part-time
Exams Preparation:
IGCSE / GCSE, A – Levels, IGCSE, IELTS, TOEFL, DUOLINGO, CAE, PTE, WAEC, NECO, UTME, IJMB, GMAT, SAT, ACT, ACCA, GRE, ICAN, MCAT, LSAT.
Study Abroad
Our study abroad services is rendered through AGC parent company Arfet Global which renders educational supports services which includes course counseling, admission application processing, student visa advisory, Career and course counseling, pre –departure briefing and guardianship / mentoring services to existing and prospective students, both locally and internationally for their academic’s studies into accredited partner Colleges and Universities and other institutions of higher learning globally.
Skill Development Programs
AGC is established to provide people with a platform to learn digital, soft and technical skills. Skill development is very crucial for professionals now as new job roles are created in the job market day by day. Many of the professions that existed before 5 years are no longer available. Rather, jobs that require new skill sets and knowledge have increased, especially those that need technical and technological skills. We offer diploma skill development programs on full-time and part time.
Digital Marketing
Web design & App development
Fashion Design & Illustration
Software Design & Development
Database in Excel and Access
Design in Corel Draw, Photoshop and Power Point
Microsoft Word Application
Skills Required for Skill Development Courses
Both technical and soft skills may come in handy while taking skill development courses. Soft skills are the same across the skill development courses; on the other hand, the technical skills will vary depending on the content and skills covered in the skill development classes. Some of the soft skills required for skill development courses are:
- Leadership Skills
- Communication Skills
- Decision-making Skills
- Multi-tasking Skills
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Time Management
Eligibility Criteria of Skill Development Courses
The eligibility criteria for skill development courses at AGC depends on the level of the programs and your academic level at the time of applying. The minimum requirement for any of the program at AGC is high school certificate.
ONLINE CODING PROGRAM
Learning code has just grown over years from just a hobby to a career. We have in our Company some of the best IT instructors. We offer introductory courses relating to programming to more advanced languages such as Scratch, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, jQuery, PHP, Python, Ruby, Web Development, Game Development, Mobile Application Development, ecommerce site creation, AI (Artificial Intelligence), Robotics etc.
Our Coding classes curriculum is structured in its simplest form to enhance better understanding and aims at providing 85% practical classes for kids of age 5years and above. (Beginners level, intermediate level and advanced level).
ONLINE ROBOTICS PROGRAM
These days children have access to so many different types of programs. ROBOTICS falls under that STEM umbrella. Robotics offers an educational tool for kids to think out of the box. Many times, kids have ideas of what they dream to create. @ AGC students have the opportunity to use online robotics simulator technology to learn how to make electronic creations. Many times, they learn how to design solutions to real – world problems.
Robotics for kids is beneficial because they help to build confidence. Children also learn perseverance as well as constructive criticism.
Our Robotics Program classes’ curriculum is structured in its simplest form to enhance better understanding and aims at providing 85% practical classes for kids of age 6years and above. (Beginners level, intermediate level and advanced level).
AI (Artificial intelligence)
Artificial Intelligence is a branch of computer science that deals with the ability of computers to behave like Humans.
To act like a human, computers should have Human intelligence which involves perception, decision making, problem-solving.
Machines are trained in such a way that they can recognize patterns and make predictions.
Why is Artificial Intelligence Important for kids?
Kids acquire different skills at different stages in their life. Basically from 7 years old to about 15 years, Kids’ logical thinking and reasoning power will develop.
This is the right stage where we can help them learn the applications of artificial intelligence which will prepare them to use the technology in a better way.
Teaching Artificial Intelligence will help the children develop their critical thinking skills and also provide career potential.
Real-life Examples of Artificial Intelligence
Every day, artificial intelligence has an impact on our lives. Whether we realize it or not, we are utilizing devices that function as a result of Artificial Intelligence.
Take a look at the examples below. Sure, you can see how AI is at work behind all of this, making our day-to-day tasks easier.
· Virtual Assistants like Google Assistant, Amazon’s Alexa, and Apple’s Siri.
· Surveillance Camera
· Google Maps for Navigating
· Amazon, and Netflix Recommendations
· Self-driving cars
· Smart Hom
ONLINE STEAM EDUCATION PROGRAM
It is an educational approach to learning that uses science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking. It is taken the foundation of STEM learning to the next level.
Student at every age should be encouraged to think deeply so that they have the chance to become the innovators, educators, and leaders who can solve the most pressing challenges facing our future.
At AGC, we believe our role as educators is to inspire students to actively discover and persevere. We work to build a curriculum that is forward thinking and not resting on conventional tradition from the past. With steam integrated into everyday learning, students will be able to enter a variety of fields with confidence and experience in non - traditional thinking – this starts as early as possible.
Additionally, we enhance our STEAM program in ways that grant our globally – minded students the opportunities to collaborate not only in the community, but throughout the world. We also enroll students for National steam day celebration.
STEAM for ages (3 -5 years) curriculum is an integrated project-based method of learning that is connected to the pre – school curriculum for children age three to five years. It is designed to supplement the first-class curriculum by incorporating science, technology, engineering, art, and math into learning through inquiry, exploration, and play.
STEAM for ages (6 – 10) curriculum is an innovative based learning method that is connected to the Basic 1 – 6 curriculums, prepares pupils for their secondary education technology wise.
STEAM for ages (11 – 16) curriculum is an intermediate non – traditional technological based model, it is designed for students in different categories such as engineering, science, arts, social sciences leading to individual likened profession.
STEAM for ages (17 upwards) curriculum is an advanced based model and technological inclined method continued from the intermediate model structure which is categorized according to individual professions.